CAR Group (ASX:CAR) - building a global business, with CEO Cameron McIntyre
05/14/25 • 51 min
In this episode of the Australian Investors Podcast, your host Mitchell Sneddon sits down with Cameron McIntyre, CEO of CAR Group (formerly CarSales), to discuss:
- CAR Group’s marketplace model & how it makes money
- Scaling a startup into a global giant
- M&A strategy and entering markets like Brazil & South Korea
- Why culture, innovation and execution fuel long-term success
- The future of car marketplaces & AI-driven disruption
If you're interested in marketplace businesses, ASX success stories, or international expansion, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!
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Topics covered
Welcome & Cameron’s first car (Ford Escort!)
From L’Oreal to Telstra to CAR Group
The moment Cameron chose “something cool” over “corporate comfort”
How CAR Group makes money
What investors should look for in a classifieds business
CAR Group’s competitive advantages
Expanding into Brazil, South Korea & USA
Why they start small with acquisitions
Managing risk & maintaining culture
Culture, innovation & hiring at scale
What drives innovation inside CAR Group
Cameron on Brambles and the value of being a director
Final lessons: Execution & Vision
Cameron’s ideal long lunch pick (Melbourne local favourites)
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If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.
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In this episode of the Australian Investors Podcast, your host Mitchell Sneddon sits down with Cameron McIntyre, CEO of CAR Group (formerly CarSales), to discuss:
- CAR Group’s marketplace model & how it makes money
- Scaling a startup into a global giant
- M&A strategy and entering markets like Brazil & South Korea
- Why culture, innovation and execution fuel long-term success
- The future of car marketplaces & AI-driven disruption
If you're interested in marketplace businesses, ASX success stories, or international expansion, subscribe to the Australian Investors Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube!
Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights.
Topics covered
Welcome & Cameron’s first car (Ford Escort!)
From L’Oreal to Telstra to CAR Group
The moment Cameron chose “something cool” over “corporate comfort”
How CAR Group makes money
What investors should look for in a classifieds business
CAR Group’s competitive advantages
Expanding into Brazil, South Korea & USA
Why they start small with acquisitions
Managing risk & maintaining culture
Culture, innovation & hiring at scale
What drives innovation inside CAR Group
Cameron on Brambles and the value of being a director
Final lessons: Execution & Vision
Cameron’s ideal long lunch pick (Melbourne local favourites)
~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media:
- Instagram: @rask.invest
- TikTok: @rask.invest
DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.
#CARGroup #ASX #AustralianInvestorsPodcast #BusinessLeadership #DigitalMarketplaces #InvestingAustralia #CamMcIntyre #MarketplaceModel #TechInvesting
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In this Australian Investors Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Drew Meredith discuss:
– Xero’s surprise earnings and strategy shift – Tesla’s 40% rally and the White House showroom moment – Lessons from ETF portfolio declines: GUS, KKR, and Vulcan – Why global diversification and position sizing matter more than ever
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~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investor Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest
📲 Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest
DISCLAIMER
This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it.
If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg.
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